More On Redox Reactions Flashcards
1
Q
What do you half equations show?
A
What is being reduced and what is being oxidised
2
Q
What is the process for balancing half equations?
A
– First balance of oxygen by adding water
– Balance hydrogen is by adding H+ ions
– Finally balance the charges by adding electrons
3
Q
Does an oxidising agent lose or gain electrons during a redox reaction?
A
It gains electrons
4
Q
Does a reducing agent lose or gain electrons?
A
It loses electrons
5
Q
Finish the following sentence:
The more powerful a reducing agent is…
A
The more easily it can be oxidised
6
Q
Finish the following sentence:
The more powerful than oxidising agent is…
A
The more easily it can be reduced
